The nurse is caring for a 63-yr-old with a possible pituitary tumor who is scheduled for a computed tomography scan with contrast. Which information about the patient is important to discuss with the health care provider before the test?

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Because contrast media may cause acute kidney injury in patients with poor renal function,the health care provider will need to prescribe therapies such as IV fluids to prevent this complication. The other findings are consistent with the patient's diagnosis of a pituitary tumor.

The Nurse Is Caring for a 63-Yr-Old with a Possible